Mercedes S class is a more dynamic driving. Volkswagen Phaeton engine produces 31 HP less power than Mercedes S class, whereas torque is 35 NM less than Mercedes S class. Due to the lower power, Volkswagen Phaeton reaches 100 km/h speed 1.1 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
11.4
10.1
Real fuel consumption:
13.1 l/100km
11.4 l/100km
The Mercedes S class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Volkswagen Phaeton consumes 1.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes S class, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Volkswagen Phaeton could require 195 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Volkswagen Phaeton consumes 1.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes S class.
Fuel tank capacity:
90 litres
90 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
780 km in combined cycle
890 km in combined cycle
1030 km on highway
1160 km on highway
680 km with real consumption
780 km with real consumption
Mercedes S class gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
Front wheel drive (FWD)
Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Front-wheel drive cars (Volkswagen Phaeton) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Mercedes S class) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions.
Dimensions
Length:
5.06 m
5.08 m
Width:
1.90 m
1.87 m
Height:
1.45 m
1.47 m
Both cars are similar in size. Volkswagen Phaeton is 2 cm shorter than the Mercedes S class, 3 cm wider, while the height of Volkswagen Phaeton is 2 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
500 litres
560 litres
Mercedes S class has more luggage space. Volkswagen Phaeton has 60 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes S class.
